COLUMBUS, OH (February 14, 2019) — The Columbus Foundation today celebrated the accomplishments of individual community leaders and organizations who, during the past year, have been recognized by their industry peers for their outstanding contributions to their fields. They were honored at the annual National Number Ones event held at the Foundation.

“The accomplishments of this group of organizations and leaders fill us with pride and display our city’s extraordinary talent and capacity for greatness. We salute these achievers and thank them for their contributions to the recognition and progress of our community.”

DOUGLAS F. KRIDLER, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE COLUMBUS FOUNDATION

Dr. Steve Allen of Nationwide Children’s Hospital was also presented with the inaugural Growth and Honor Legacy Award, which recognizes exceptional stewardship that has led to the growth and national recognition of valuable local civic organizations. The award was accompanied by a $7,500 grant to the Allen Distinguished Scholar in Pediatric Research fund at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Also previewed during the program was the Foundation’s forthcoming “Benchmarking Central Ohio” report, which examines population vitality, economic strength and prosperity, and overall community wellbeing in the Columbus region. Once released, the report will be available for download at columbusfoundation.org.

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The Columbus Foundation serves more than 2,500 individuals, families, and businesses that have created unique funds and planned gifts to make a difference in the lives of others through the most effective philanthropy possible. The Columbus Foundation is Your Trusted Philanthropic Advisor® and one of the top 10 largest community foundations in the United States.